Crisis Counselor
Crisis Counselor
Endeavor Health Services
Buffalo, NY
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Description
Endeavor Health Services is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Crisis Counselor to join our dynamic team. In this vital role, you will be at the forefront of providing immediate support and intervention to individuals in moments of crisis. Through your expertise and empathetic approach, you will offer a lifeline to those experiencing emotional, psychological, or situational distress, helping to navigate them through their most challenging times towards a path of stability and recovery. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of those in urgent need.
Our Crisis Stabilization Center, EAST Haven, is located at 463 William in Buffalo. Flexible scheduling available.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for utilizing ongoing clinical supervision and the Counselor functions as a member of the Clinical Treatment Team providing direct service to individuals in both group and individual therapy settings, as well as:
Salary starting at $48,000 - 60,000 depending on education, credential and experience.
Endeavor Health Services is an equal opportunity employer committed to championing the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We welcome prospective employees from diverse cultures and backgrounds, for all positions, who will uphold our values and contribute to our mission. We aim to have a leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities with which we work in partnership.
Description
Endeavor Health Services is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Crisis Counselor to join our dynamic team. In this vital role, you will be at the forefront of providing immediate support and intervention to individuals in moments of crisis. Through your expertise and empathetic approach, you will offer a lifeline to those experiencing emotional, psychological, or situational distress, helping to navigate them through their most challenging times towards a path of stability and recovery. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of those in urgent need.
Our Crisis Stabilization Center, EAST Haven, is located at 463 William in Buffalo. Flexible scheduling available.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for utilizing ongoing clinical supervision and the Counselor functions as a member of the Clinical Treatment Team providing direct service to individuals in both group and individual therapy settings, as well as:
- Conducting pre-admission screenings to determine appropriate level of care for the individual based on information gathered and knowledge of agency/community resources
- Gathering information for completing appropriate strength-based treatment planning, involving both the individual and their treatment team
- Pursuing continuing education to develop skills necessary to effectively treatment high-risk populations
- Participating in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings and communicating appropriately with referral sources
- Conducting discharge planning and making follow-up contacts as necessary
- Providing clients with linkages to other supportive services as identified
- Maintaining appropriate and accurate documentation within the clinical record
- Maintaining cultural sensitivity and competence with respect to agency consumers and their families, as well as other employees and referral sources
- Responsibility for ensuring compliance with all agency policies, procedures and governmental regulations including, but not limited to HIPAA
- Must possess a Master’s Degree from a recognized college or university in a mental health or social work related field and be eligible for license within 18 months of hire (LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LMFT etc.)
- One year of direct service, post-graduate, experience preferred, but not require
- Demonstrates a knowledge base upon which they can provide direct clinical service and advisement
Salary starting at $48,000 - 60,000 depending on education, credential and experience.
Endeavor Health Services is an equal opportunity employer committed to championing the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We welcome prospective employees from diverse cultures and backgrounds, for all positions, who will uphold our values and contribute to our mission. We aim to have a leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities with which we work in partnership.
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